2005 Tata E vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata E | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | E | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
